© The Royal Mint, 1927
© The Royal Mint, 1927
6 Pence - George V 3rd coinage; Modified Effigy
| Silver (.500) | 2.83 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1926-1927 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1980 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#2344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Crowned lion passant atop crown dividing date within circle, legend above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FID: DEF: IND: IMP:
SIXPENCE
19 27
Unabridged legend: Fidei Defensor Indiae Imperator
Translation: Defender of the Faith Emperor of India
Engraver: George William de Saulles
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 1/11 troy ounce (43.6 grains).
Below is an image showing the wide and narrow rim varieties, reproduced
with kind permission of Declan Magee and Numista member Sjoelund.
